182: Chapter 73: The Gift from the Fortune Immortal [Eight updates!
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Seeking first subscriptions!] “Master, what is this treasure?”
Li Ping’an was carefully sensing the Dao Charm emanating from the cluster of rosy light.
Qing Su shook her head slightly, “I don’t know either.
After returning, I’ve looked through many ancient texts and still can’t figure it out, nor do I feel it’s appropriate to ask your grandmasters.”
Li Ping’an smiled, “Why wouldn’t it be okay to ask?”
“I’m afraid it would upset their Dao hearts.”
Qing Su pressed her lips together lightly, a hint of sadness in her eyes as she spoke softly,
“I know, behind my back, many say I’m a cultivation freak, only focused on cultivation without understanding human emotions.
“There are quite a few senior and junior sisters, even my aunts, who say I’ve hoarded too many treasures, and over the centuries, expended too many Spirit Stones…
“If I flaunt a new treasure, they’re likely to say the same.”
Li Ping’an sighed lightly and laughed, “Master, you are simply too outstanding, and some people are envious.
You shouldn’t take it to heart.
However, we should probably report such a significant treasure to the grandmasters, by all rights.”
“Let’s wait for a better opportunity.”
Qing Su asked, “Do you recognize this treasure, my disciple?
It has now fused with my Primordial Spirit, and because of it, my control over the Yun Bing Dao has greatly improved.”
Li Ping’an thought for a moment and replied slowly, “Master, please wait a moment, I’ll go check the books in the cave.”
With that, Li Ping’an stood up and ran back to his bedroom.
He had noticed earlier that Wen Ling had reorganized his room and even sewn several new Daoist Robes for him.
She was indeed thoughtful.
Li Ping’an activated the Formation, took out the scroll left by teacher Yun Zhongzi, murmured a few words to the painting album, and quickly had an epiphany.
He got up and returned to the main hall.
“Master, what you’ve acquired is the Essence of Yellow Earth!”
Qing Su, not understanding, asked softly, “Is it just ordinary earth that has become essence?”
“How could your treasure be ordinary?”
“The name might sound common, but it’s indeed an extraordinary item.
Have you heard of the Holy Mother molding humanity from earth?
“The clump of Essence of Yellow Earth you found in the East Sea years ago was earth blessed by the Holy Mother with the Creation Path but went unused to create the Primordial Human Race, hence the name Essence of Yellow Earth.
“While it is yellow earth, it embodies all five elements and contains the Dao Charm of the Creation Path, which has now merged with your Primordial Spirit.
“In a few hundred years, your Primordial Spirit and Dao Body will undergo a transformation into an Innate Dao Body like those of the Primordial Human Race.
It is said that many powerful beings were born from the Primordial Human Race.”
A smile blossomed on Qing Su’s lips, and then she wondered aloud, “How do you know so much?”
“Disciple reads a lot of books.”
“Not only do I read a lot, but I also especially enjoy Artifact Refining.
If your clump of Essence of Yellow Earth hadn’t fused, it could have been used as material for forging a Spiritual Treasure.”
“Can it be separated again?”
Qing Su asked softly,
“If it can be refined into a Spiritual Treasure, then we could use it together.
Otherwise, if it’s just me using it, it will only enhance my own potential.”
Li Ping’an laughed, “It’s extremely difficult to refine Spiritual Treasures.
Even with excellent materials, it’s quite tough to imbue a treasure with a spirit.
With such a valuable item, you can comprehend the Creation Path in the future, a truly precious opportunity.”
Qing Su pondered with her chin in her hands.
She said, “Should I go and report this to your grandmaster?”
“Master, it’s up to you to decide,” Li Ping’an advised, “If the grandmaster asks why you’re only reporting this now, just say you were researching what it was, and you’ve only just found it in the ancient texts.
If she doesn’t ask, you should bring it up proactively.”
Qing Su nodded and smiled, “Your father has arrived, it’s a good time to go to Caiyun Peak.”
Li Ping’an hesitated.
He had wanted to invite Master to observe the two treasures he had acquired.
But these two significant treasures not only had a spirit but even housed Artifact Spirits within them; these Artifact Spirits, in essence, were servants of teacher Yun Zhongzi and slightly resented the situation with Li Ping’an having a master.
Qing Su suddenly stopped at the entrance of the cave and turned to look at Li Ping’an.
Li Ping’an blinked, “What’s wrong, Master?”
“In the past few days while I was meditating, I had a dream-like vision of you riding the clouds away, never to return.”
Qing Su said this with a contemplative look in her eyes and spoke softly,
“Perhaps I’m overthinking it.
You concentrate on your cultivation; try not to go out and wander later.”
“Mm,” Li Ping’an nodded immediately, “Disciple will enter seclusion for some time.”
Qing Su disappeared in an Immortal light, humming a little tune Li Ping’an often whistled while cooking as she left.
Li Ping’an secretly broke out in a sweat.
His master had such a strong spiritual sense!
Just a few days ago was exactly when Grandmaster Kongming had advised him to proactively seek teacher Yun Zhongzi to take him back to the Jade Void Palace for cultivation.
But after much hesitation, Li Ping’an had declined Grandmaster Kongming’s kind offer.
He wouldn’t be at ease if he went to Jade Void Palace, with both his father and Master at the Wanyun Sect; besides, the threshold of the Jade Void Palace was too high, and he didn’t want to be ridiculed by some of the younger disciples.
Li Dazhi’s voice could be heard shouting from the entrance of the cave, “Hey, Ping’an!
I just happen to be free!
Behind Li Dazhi, Wen Ling peeked out to gauge Li Ping’an’s reaction.
Li Ping’an intended to sternly debate with his father about why he had to arrange for Wen Ling to come over.
But seeing his father’s honest and happy smile, he ultimately chuckled to himself.
Never mind, it was just a minor matter.
“Dad,” Li Ping’an laughed, “Come over, I’ll show you two great treasures!”
Li Dazhi was a bit confused.
Wasn’t his son calling him to argue?
The Great Wealth Immortal straightened up briskly, beckoned to Wen Ling to come inside, and followed Li Ping’an to his bedroom.